The American Society of Genealogists offers an annual award to
a scholar, based on a manuscript or published paper of at least
5,000 words. The award carries a $500 scholarship, applicable
towards tuition and expenses. Enrollees of the National
Institute on Genealogical Research are eligible for the
award. For details, see the society's Web site at http://www.fasg.org/asg_scholar_award.html.
Applicants must ALSO apply separately for enrollment in the
institute to assure a place in the class.

The National
Institute on Genealogical Research (NIGR) Alumni Association
annually presents the Richard S. Lackey Memorial Scholarship in
the amount of $500 to an experienced researcher holding either
in a paid or volunteer position in the genealogical community.
The scholarship covers: full NIGR tuition for the space reserved
for the scholarship winner; attendance at the alumni dinner; and
partial travel, hotel, and meal costs. Applicants wishing to
attend NIGR whether or not they are chosen as the scholarship
recipient, must ALSO apply separately for enrollment in the
institute to assure a place in the class.